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Religious Freedom Over Mandates Act
12/30/2022, 3:49 AM
Summary of Bill HR 6502
Bill 117 HR 6502, also known as the Religious Freedom Over Mandates Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to protect the religious freedom of individuals and organizations by allowing them to opt out of certain government mandates that may go against their religious beliefs.
Specifically, the Religious Freedom Over Mandates Act would provide exemptions for individuals and organizations from certain healthcare mandates, such as providing coverage for contraceptives or abortion services, if doing so would violate their sincerely held religious beliefs. This bill aims to ensure that individuals and organizations are not forced to choose between following their religious beliefs and complying with government regulations.
Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect the constitutional right to religious freedom, while opponents raise concerns about potential discrimination and the impact on access to healthcare services. The bill is currently being debated in Congress, and its future remains uncertain.
Specifically, the Religious Freedom Over Mandates Act would provide exemptions for individuals and organizations from certain healthcare mandates, such as providing coverage for contraceptives or abortion services, if doing so would violate their sincerely held religious beliefs. This bill aims to ensure that individuals and organizations are not forced to choose between following their religious beliefs and complying with government regulations.
Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect the constitutional right to religious freedom, while opponents raise concerns about potential discrimination and the impact on access to healthcare services. The bill is currently being debated in Congress, and its future remains uncertain.
Congressional Summary of HR 6502
Religious Freedom Over Mandates Act
This bill prohibits the use of federal funds for a record system that captures religious accommodations (e.g., exemptions) related to COVID-19 vaccination requirements requested by or granted to an employee, contractor, volunteer, or any other person.
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Current Status of Bill HR 6502
Bill HR 6502 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 25, 2022. Bill HR 6502 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on January 25, 2022. Bill HR 6502's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of January 26, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6502
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
42Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
42Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6502
Primary Policy Focus
HealthPotential Impact Areas
- Cardiovascular and respiratory health
- Emergency medical services and trauma care
- Employment discrimination and employee rights
- Health information and medical records
- Health programs administration and funding
- Immunology and vaccination
- Infectious and parasitic diseases
- Personnel records
- Religion
- Worker safety and health
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6502
Religious Freedom Over Mandates Act
Religious Freedom Over Mandates Act
To prohibit the use of Federal funds for any system of records on religious accommodations with respect to any COVID-19 vaccination requirement.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 6502
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